1995 Rover 200 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Rover | Skoda |
| Model | 200 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
